People and Events
Martin Saints Classical High School Presents Advent Lessons and Carols
The school located in East Norriton, Montgomery County will host the Advent program featuring Scripture readings, music performed by the students, plus cookies and cocoa.
Young Women of Blaze Club Offer Faithful Works of Mercy
The newest court of the Junior Catholic Daughters of the Americas began recently at St. Katherine of Siena Catholic School in Northeast Philadelphia, where 42 girls and counting live out their faith through hands-on service.
Sports
St. Hubert’s Captures 1st PCL Soccer Title in a Generation
Six All-Catholics studded the Bambies’ roster, but standout junior goalie Quin Miller showed the resilience of this year’s championship team, and strength for the future.
PCL Threepeat Extends La Salle Soccer’s Winning Ways
The Explorers captured their third straight Philadelphia Catholic League championship, and the District 12 title, thanks to contributions from multi-position junior Brady Donovan.
Profile
Broadcaster Andie Summers Loves Her Work, Her Family, Her Faith
The devout Catholic, Downingtown resident, and host of a popular morning radio show will be inducted into the Broadcast Pioneers of Philadelphia Hall of Fame.
From Resident to Leader – How St. John’s Hospice Transformed One Man’s Life
Peter Greenland, once a resident of St. John’s Hospice and now a dedicated staff member, shelters and nourishes vulnerable men experiencing homelessness by offering safe refuge, warm meals, and compassionate care through Catholic Charities of Philadelphia.
A Safe Haven for Children, A Mission of Faith – D’Aulerio’s 20 Years with Catholic Charities of Philadelphia
For nearly 20 years, Dee D’Aulerio has supported and strengthened children and families through Catholic Charities of Philadelphia’s Out-of-School Time program, creating a safe, nurturing space rooted in faith, learning, and community.
Serving Seniors with Compassion is Senetta Boyd’s Lifelong Mission
Senetta Boyd, Social Services Care Manager with Catholic Housing and Community Services, stabilizes and enriches the lives of nearly 100 Philadelphia seniors by helping them live independently with dignity and faith-driven support.
Calendar of Events
Good Shepherd Catholic School to Host Annual Christmas Bazaar Nov. 21-22
Good Shepherd Catholic School’s annual Christmas Bazaar returns Nov. 21-22 with vendors, food, raffles, and visits from Santa.
Cathedral to Open Advent with Annual Forty Hours Devotion
Gather at the Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul as they begin Advent with the annual Forty Hours Eucharistic Devotion.
Vatican News
Believers Must Care for the Poor and Creation, Pope Says
If people do not see themselves as "caretakers of the garden of creation, we end up becoming its destroyers," Pope Leo XIV said.
Pope Calls Treatment of Migrants in U.S. ‘Extremely Disrespectful’
Insisting that the dignity of all people, including immigrants, must be respected, Pope Leo XIV asked U.S. Catholics and "people of goodwill" to read and listen to the U.S. bishops' recent pastoral message on the topic.
Hispanic Catholics
Conectados con el Papa: Jóvenes en Encuentro y Esperanza – La Voz de Dios Nov. 16
En este episodio especial de La Voz de Dios, conversamos con Marisally Santiago, Directora de la Oficina del Ministerio con Jóvenes de la Arquidiócesis de Filadelfia, sobre el histórico encuentro virtual que los jóvenes tendrán con el Papa.
Muerte, Fe y Esperanza: Conversación con el Arzobispo Pérez – La Voz de Dios Nov. 9, 2025
En este episodio especial de La Voz de Dios, conversamos con el Arzobispo Nelson J. Pérez sobre tres temas profundos y centrales para nuestra fe: la muerte cristiana, la comunión de los santos y el próximo encuentro virtual del Papa con los jóvenes.
